Accident Attorney Blog

Slip and fall accidents are more common than you might believe and falls can result in serious injuries. Below are several common causes of slip and fall accidents in Sacramento. Problems with Flooring or Surfaces One of the most common causes of slip and fall accidents is the surface or the flooring. You can fall on a torn rug, broken step, crack in the pavement, or slippery surface. If a surface becomes wet due to a leak or a spill, someone can easily fall and...

As Sacramento motorcycle accident attorneys, we see our fair share of myths about motorcyclists and motorcycle accidents. Unfortunately, motorcyclists face unfair and unfounded prejudices and stereotypes simply because they choose a 2-wheel motor vehicle over a 4-wheel passenger vehicle. Those stereotypes often make fighting for your right to receive full compensation for an accident claim more difficult. Our Sacramento motorcycle accident attorneys fight aggressively for the right of our motorcycle accident clients to receive full compensation from the at-fault driver. If you have been injured...

Is your SUV safe for you and your family? Our Sacramento injury attorneys know it is a top priority for many parents to choose vehicles that provide the best protection or their families.  Many families choose SUVs because they receive good crash ratings and provide plenty of room for growing families. However, before choosing an SUV for your family, you need to review the information provided by the IIHS and Consumer Reports regarding two key areas of concern for SUV owners. Major Safety Flaw in...

In November, Californians passed Proposition 64 that legalized marijuana for recreational use. California joins Colorado, Washington, Oregon, and Alaska in legalizing recreational marijuana. In addition to California, residents of three other states (Massachusetts, Nevada, and Maine) also passed measures in November legalizing the use of recreational marijuana within their states. Under the new law, an adult 21 years of age or older can possess up to one ounce of flowers or eight grams of concentrate for personal use. In addition, an adult 21 years of...

For drivers who travel along one of the oldest mountain highways in California, the safety upgrades planned for Highway 50 by Caltrans will be a welcome addition. The Sacramento Bee reported on the $50 million safety upgrade in a story published on December 13, 2016. The project includes several key elements designed to protect drivers using this section of Highway 50. One addition will be a concrete median divider between Apple Hill and Placerville. The divider will make it safer for drivers passing close to each other...

The Sacramento Bee asked a very interesting question in a recent December article, “How fast should you drive in the carpool lane?” Of course, the answer to that question largely depends on who is answering the question. According to the article, many drivers exceed the posted speed limit on freeways by 10 mph. Apparently, drivers have learned that CHP officers usually do not stop drivers for speeding if they do not exceed the speed limit by more than 10 mph. However, as the article cautions, officers...

Proponents of self-driving cars say they make our roads safer by reducing the number of car accidents due to driver error. A vehicle does not become distracted from texting, grooming, reading, or adjusting controls. However, some people are not comfortable with self-driving vehicles. Recent news coverage of accidents involving autonomous vehicles highlights the fact these vehicles are not immune from motor vehicle accidents. How do you feel about sharing the road with these vehicles? Is Sacramento The Place for Self-Driving Vehicles? If things work out,...

Do you remember riding through the neighborhood to see the Christmas lights each year in the backseat of the family car? For many families, going to see the holiday lights is an annual tradition. Below are several of the most popular holiday light events in and around Sacramento this year. Holiday Light Displays California Christmas Lights shows there are 11 houses in the area that are lit up for the holiday season. Global Winter Wonderland – This magical event is much more than just a light show....

A long-awaited section of Sacramento freeway that has been under construction for five years opened last week according to a report by The Sacramento Bee. A new 10-mile segment of Interstate 80 from the Yolo County line to Watt Avenue now has a carpool lane on the westbound side.  The opening of the carpool lane is part of the $136 million freeway widening project. Crews will continue to work on the eastbound carpool lane that is expected to be finished later this month. The improvements were...

A news story in The Sacramento Bee discusses the state’s new campaign to address DUIs. Last month, Californians passed Proposition 64 that legalized marijuana for personal recreational use. Therefore, the state’s annual message regarding the dangers of drunk driving included stern warnings of the dangers of buzzed driving. Rhonda Craft, California traffic safety director, said, “The use of prescription medications and marijuana is becoming increasingly prominent among drivers and is creating more safety concerns.” In an attempt to warn drivers of the potential hazards of driving while impaired...